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Vernacular |
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Central Area |
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1903 |
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This is an example of vernacular architecture where limited Queen Anne detailing has been applied to a structure representing the pyramidal family of national folk housing. The structure exhibits a high degree of design integrity despite the loss of two character defining windows and the addition of a basement.
This is one of approximately 2,200 houses that are still extant out of more than 5,000 that were built by the end of 1906 in Seattle’s Central Area, Eastlake, First Hill, Leschi, Madison Park, Madrona, and North Capitol Hill neighborhoods. The structure is located in a portion of the Central Area also known as the East Madison district.
A complete permit history, and a complete record of ownership and occupation have not yet been prepared for this property.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
King County GIS Center Property Report (http://www5.kingcounty.gov/kcgisreports/property_report.aspx; accessed August 19, 2008)
King County Property Record Card (c. 1938-1972) Washington State Archives
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| Appearance |
This house was built in 1903 according to both the King County Property Record Card and the King County GIS Center Property Report. According to the King County Property Record Card, the house was remodeled in 1926 to add a basement.
The east-facing window opening at the entry porch and the adjacent opening at the south elevation have both been enlarged and the original windows have been replaced with windows of dissimilar style. The house was clad with concrete/asbestos shakes for several years beginning in the late 1950s but the structure has since been returned to its original appearance.
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